Definition

To suspend or delay a meeting or session, especially in a legislative context.

Example

The government decided to prorogue parliament until the following month.

Tense Forms

Conversation

Did you hear that they might prorogue the parliament session this week?

Really? That seems a bit unusual, doesn't it?

Yeah, it might delay some important decisions.

I hope it doesn't take too long to get everything back on track.

Synonyms & Antonyms

Root Explanation

Prorogue → It is formed from "pro-" (meaning forward) and "rogare" (meaning to ask or propose). The word "prorogue" means to extend or postpone a session or meeting, effectively asking to continue it forward in time.

Memory Tip

Think of 'asking forward' — 'pro-' means forward, and 'rogare' means to ask. This helps you remember that prorogue means to extend or postpone something.

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